In the dynamic world of embedded system development, having the right tools to debug, trace, and validate complex software-hardware interactions is no longer optional—it's essential. Lauterbach’s TRACE32® suite stands as a global leader in JTAG debugging technology, offering a powerful combination of hardware and software designed to support every stage of embedded product development.
Whether you're working with microcontrollers, SoCs, or multi-core processors, TRACE32® delivers the performance, flexibility, and insight needed to innovate with confidence and precision. It is the preferred solution for engineers working in high-reliability fields such as automotive, aerospace, medical, and industrial automation.
JTAG is an IEEE-standardized interface that allows developers to directly access and control the internal logic of digital devices, such as microprocessors, through a small set of dedicated pins.
A JTAG debugger, such as Lauterbach’s TRACE32®, enables engineers to:
This low-level access is critical for diagnosing hard-to-reproduce bugs, verifying system behavior, and ensuring software reliability—especially when no operating system is present or the application crashes early.
TRACE32® is not just a JTAG debugger—it's a complete development and analysis platform that supports the entire product lifecycle:
Its modular architecture allows users to scale from small-scale projects to highly complex, multi-core systems without changing the toolset. TRACE32 adapts to your needs—whether you're prototyping or certifying for safety-critical applications.
Lauterbach’s debug probes, such as PowerDebug X50 and µTrace®, provide high-speed connections over JTAG, cJTAG, SWD, and other interfaces. They offer the bandwidth and stability needed to debug and trace even the most demanding systems.
TRACE32 supports virtually every processor architecture on the market, including:
Support for new SoCs is often available even before the chip hits the market, making TRACE32 a tool of choice for early adopters and semiconductor partners.
Modern embedded systems frequently contain multi-core processors, heterogeneous cores, or asymmetric multiprocessing environments. Lauterbach’s JTAG debugger handles these configurations with confidence:
Whether you’re working on a simple sensor node or a domain controller with 16 cores, TRACE32 provides deep insight into each component of your system.
TRACE32 is widely used in ISO 26262, IEC 61508, DO-178C, and other safety-critical environments. The Tool Qualification Support Kit (TQSK) provides the documentation and verification needed to qualify TRACE32 for safety use, saving teams time and effort during certification processes.
The tool can also generate code coverage reports, help verify MC/DC coverage, and trace system behavior to confirm requirements have been met—vital for safety audits.
One of the hallmarks of Lauterbach is its exceptional customer support. The company is known for:
Additionally, TRACE32’s modular hardware and flexible licensing model allow you to switch between architectures or add new features without having to retrain your entire team. It's a future-proof investment for companies aiming for long-term success in embedded development.
Lauterbach’s TRACE32 JTAG debugger is much more than a debug tool—it’s a strategic enabler for embedded system innovation. From the early stages of chip development to production-level certification and maintenance, TRACE32 delivers unmatched visibility, reliability, and control.
If you’re looking to push the boundaries of what’s possible in embedded development, streamline your certification process, and reduce your time to market—TRACE32 is the key.
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